Tory Dunnan

3 weeks ago | waaytv.com | Tory Dunnan

Memorial Day weekend marks the start of the summer boating season. Law enforcement is prioritizing safety as boaters take to the water for the upcoming months. Chad Dyer, a corporal with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency's (ALEA) Department of Public Safety Marine patrol division, emphasized the importance of a strong presence on the water. "On Memorial Day weekend, we are going to have as many boats and as many state troopers on the water as we can possibly have," said Dyer.

3 weeks ago | waaytv.com | Tory Dunnan

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. - With the economy and tariffs making headlines, many are left wondering how these developments impact personal finances. Financial analyst Stephen Kates from Bankrate shared insights on how to navigate these uncertain times. Kates emphasized the importance of thinking long-term when it comes to investments. "Some of that is going to be noise. I think for investors, thinking long term is still going to be the best way to maintain a wealth building strategy," Kates said.

3 weeks ago | waaytv.com | Tory Dunnan

A nostalgic piece of Alabama history may soon return to life. A replacement rocket is being planned for the Alabama Welcome Center at the Alabama-Tennessee state line on Interstate 65. The original iconic rocket was removed in 2023 after decades of being a landmark. State Rep. Andy Whitt shared his memories of the rocket and the importance it holds for the state. "I remember as a child my grandparents carried me over to picnic under the rocket, so it's an emblem of our state," Whitt said.

1 month ago | waaytv.com | Tory Dunnan

The National Children's Advocacy Center is urging a shift in how parents talk to their children about online safety. The focus is moving from fear and shame to empowering kids with knowledge to navigate their digital world. Erica Hochberger, the intervention and clinical director at the center, said the organization has been tracking cases with an online component since 2020. "So between then and now, we've had about 79 cases that already have (had that component)," Hochberger said.

1 month ago | waaytv.com | Tory Dunnan

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. - The National Children's Advocacy Center is urging a shift in how parents talk to their children about online safety. The focus is moving from fear and shame to empowering kids with knowledge to navigate their digital world. Erica Hochberger, the intervention and clinical director at the center, said the organization has been tracking cases with an online component since 2020.